Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Ormond, VIC

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Ella Graj
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You may have found that talking about your struggles in therapy hasn’t led to the change you were hoping for. I use evidence-based methods that go deeper than conversation to shift patterns that keep you feeling stuck. Using EMDR as a primary framework, I integrate somatic, parts-work, and cognitive techniques tailored to your needs. I support people aged 18+ experiencing trauma, complex-ptsd, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, panic, relationship difficulties and dissociation, prioritising safety throughout the process. I am based in Glen Huntly/Glen Eira. If this approach resonates, reach out to see if we might be a good fit.
You may have found that talking about your struggles in therapy hasn’t led to the change you were hoping for. I use evidence-based methods that go deeper than conversation to shift patterns that keep you feeling stuck. Using EMDR as a primary framework, I integrate somatic, parts-work, and cognitive techniques tailored to your needs. I support people aged 18+ experiencing trauma, complex-ptsd, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, panic, relationship difficulties and dissociation, prioritising safety throughout the process. I am based in Glen Huntly/Glen Eira. If this approach resonates, reach out to see if we might be a good fit.
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Litsa Pavlou
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Litsa provides counselling to individuals and couples. Litsa can provide support for anxiety, depression, stress, burnout and chronic illness counselling (including carer support). Litsa uses the Gottman Method in Couples Therapy. This is a structured and effective method which is easy for couples to understand and apply in their everyday lives. Litsa brings insight and maturity to her counselling practice.
Litsa provides counselling to individuals and couples. Litsa can provide support for anxiety, depression, stress, burnout and chronic illness counselling (including carer support). Litsa uses the Gottman Method in Couples Therapy. This is a structured and effective method which is easy for couples to understand and apply in their everyday lives. Litsa brings insight and maturity to her counselling practice.
0466 400 232 View 0466 400 232
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Aphrodite Papageorgiou
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might be feeling stuck,overwhelmed or not quite like yourself lately.Maybe you're caught in patterns of people-pleasing or avoiding past joys.Perhaps you're tired of anxious thoughts on repeat or replaying past hurts.You want to feel more confident,lighter,clearer, trust your instincts & feel more like yourself again,to actually enjoy life rather than just getting by.I'm a Clinical Psychologist/EMDR Therapist with 18+ years across public/private mental health settings.With my warm,grounded & practical approach,I use EMDR & other methods to help you reconnect with your strength,gain clarity & move forward with genuine confidence.
You might be feeling stuck,overwhelmed or not quite like yourself lately.Maybe you're caught in patterns of people-pleasing or avoiding past joys.Perhaps you're tired of anxious thoughts on repeat or replaying past hurts.You want to feel more confident,lighter,clearer, trust your instincts & feel more like yourself again,to actually enjoy life rather than just getting by.I'm a Clinical Psychologist/EMDR Therapist with 18+ years across public/private mental health settings.With my warm,grounded & practical approach,I use EMDR & other methods to help you reconnect with your strength,gain clarity & move forward with genuine confidence.
(03) 7500 5751 View (03) 7500 5751
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Sundas Rehman
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Welcome to Internal Sunshine, where we embrace a holistic approach to your well-being, valuing every facet of who you are – your mind, body, soul, and social connections. Here, we understand that your spiritual beliefs, values, and sense of purpose are integral parts of your journey. Our therapy is grounded in anti-racism, affirming principles, and deep respect for your experiences and resilience. We're also committed to a neuroaffirming practice in therapy, which means we recognize and celebrate the diverse ways individuals process and engage with the world.
Welcome to Internal Sunshine, where we embrace a holistic approach to your well-being, valuing every facet of who you are – your mind, body, soul, and social connections. Here, we understand that your spiritual beliefs, values, and sense of purpose are integral parts of your journey. Our therapy is grounded in anti-racism, affirming principles, and deep respect for your experiences and resilience. We're also committed to a neuroaffirming practice in therapy, which means we recognize and celebrate the diverse ways individuals process and engage with the world.
(03) 7500 5089 View (03) 7500 5089
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Behavioural Edge Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Org. Psych.
Serves Area
I am the Principal Psychologist at Behavioural Edge Psychology, and I bring deep expertise in supporting individuals to achieve optimal wellbeing. I provide holistic care that builds insight into personal strengths while enhancing interpersonal relationships in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
I am the Principal Psychologist at Behavioural Edge Psychology, and I bring deep expertise in supporting individuals to achieve optimal wellbeing. I provide holistic care that builds insight into personal strengths while enhancing interpersonal relationships in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
(03) 8771 4315 View (03) 8771 4315
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Melanie Strang
Psychologist, MBBS, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Hi there ! Thanks for clicking on my profile. I have over 20 years of practitioner experience, initially as a doctor working in mental health, then as a counsellor and presently, a psychologist.
Hi there ! Thanks for clicking on my profile. I have over 20 years of practitioner experience, initially as a doctor working in mental health, then as a counsellor and presently, a psychologist.
(03) 7003 2841 View (03) 7003 2841
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Amy Redman Psychology - EMDR/ Trauma Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Hi I'm Amy, I am a Counselling Psychologist. I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults. My therapeutic approach is client centred, where client's goals, interest and preferences guide treatment. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being and experience of life’s many challenges.
Hi I'm Amy, I am a Counselling Psychologist. I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults. My therapeutic approach is client centred, where client's goals, interest and preferences guide treatment. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being and experience of life’s many challenges.
0444 572 251 View 0444 572 251

More Therapists Nearby

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Michelle Murray Psychology- Perinatal and beyond
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Elsternwick, VIC 3185
I’m a general psychologist working with adults across a wide range of issues, with a special interest in perinatal psychology.
I offer a calm, supportive and non judgemental space to explore challenges such as prenatal and postnatal anxiety or depression, perinatal loss, birth trauma, fertility difficulties, relationship changes, and adjustment to parenthood. I work collaboratively to help clients make sense of their experiences and develop practical, compassionate ways of coping.
I’m a general psychologist working with adults across a wide range of issues, with a special interest in perinatal psychology.
I offer a calm, supportive and non judgemental space to explore challenges such as prenatal and postnatal anxiety or depression, perinatal loss, birth trauma, fertility difficulties, relationship changes, and adjustment to parenthood. I work collaboratively to help clients make sense of their experiences and develop practical, compassionate ways of coping.
(03) 7003 2803 View (03) 7003 2803
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Larz Lauer
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a holistic, relational, gestalt therapist, my approach is grounded in the present moment, non-pathologising, inclusive and trauma-informed. Through the lens of anti-oppressive practice, I prioritise creating a therapeutic space where all the parts of you are considered, held and deeply respected. In sessions, your healing, growth, and increasing self-awareness is what we co-create in this space. I can support you in connecting with your inner experiences to empower you to make meaningful changes in your life and make deeper connections to yourself, others, and the wider environment.
As a holistic, relational, gestalt therapist, my approach is grounded in the present moment, non-pathologising, inclusive and trauma-informed. Through the lens of anti-oppressive practice, I prioritise creating a therapeutic space where all the parts of you are considered, held and deeply respected. In sessions, your healing, growth, and increasing self-awareness is what we co-create in this space. I can support you in connecting with your inner experiences to empower you to make meaningful changes in your life and make deeper connections to yourself, others, and the wider environment.
(07) 2100 4783 View (07) 2100 4783
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Nurtured Mums Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Burwood East, VIC 3151
Nurtured Mums Psychology supports women and their families with a wide range of issues in pregnancy and the postpartum period.
Is motherhood different to what you expected? Are you seeking support to help you navigate the early days, months and years of motherhood?
Nurtured Mums Psychology supports women and their families with a wide range of issues in pregnancy and the postpartum period.
Is motherhood different to what you expected? Are you seeking support to help you navigate the early days, months and years of motherhood?
(03) 7500 5977 View (03) 7500 5977
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TAM Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Carlton North, VIC 3054
If you are struggling, feeling overwhelmed or anxious, therapy can help you find more clarity and balance, providing an opportunity to work through your immediate life challenges or explore issues on a deeper level in a calm, supportive and non-judgemental space. Marianne Trinder is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, as well as a mindfulness instructor, with over thirty years of experience in mindfulness practice. tam therapy brings together Marianne’s skills and experience in scientifically-backed, talk-based therapy as well as mindfulness practices.
If you are struggling, feeling overwhelmed or anxious, therapy can help you find more clarity and balance, providing an opportunity to work through your immediate life challenges or explore issues on a deeper level in a calm, supportive and non-judgemental space. Marianne Trinder is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, as well as a mindfulness instructor, with over thirty years of experience in mindfulness practice. tam therapy brings together Marianne’s skills and experience in scientifically-backed, talk-based therapy as well as mindfulness practices.
(03) 7003 2066 View (03) 7003 2066
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Annaleise Mitchell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I support soon-to-be, longing-to-be or seasoned parents through pre-conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and beyond.
I can help with: antenatal and postnatal depression/anxiety, childbirth trauma, fertility support, pregnancy and infancy loss, relationship difficulties (partner or extended family dynamics), Matrescence: support on your journey of 'becoming' a mother, parent-child attachment. If you're unsure if we'd be a good fit, please don't hesitate to reach out.
I support soon-to-be, longing-to-be or seasoned parents through pre-conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and beyond.
I can help with: antenatal and postnatal depression/anxiety, childbirth trauma, fertility support, pregnancy and infancy loss, relationship difficulties (partner or extended family dynamics), Matrescence: support on your journey of 'becoming' a mother, parent-child attachment. If you're unsure if we'd be a good fit, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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Rosemary Tainsh
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Croydon, VIC 3136
  Rosemary has a particular interest in perinatal mental health, parent and infant mental health, trauma, childhood anxiety, and parenting.
Rosemary uses a number of therapeutic frameworks to inform her practice, including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Play Therapy.
  Rosemary has a particular interest in perinatal mental health, parent and infant mental health, trauma, childhood anxiety, and parenting.
Rosemary uses a number of therapeutic frameworks to inform her practice, including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Play Therapy.
(03) 4421 6346 View (03) 4421 6346
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Mums in Mind Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Coburg, VIC 3058
I also support neurodivergent women who may be finding the transition to motherhood and adjustment to the postpartum period particularly overwhelming or challenging.
If you’re feeling worried, anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated, or like you’re just missing something, please know this is very common and you are not alone. Your feelings are valid. I will help you to explore the guilt and be kind to yourself, so you can create a beautiful connection with your little one and enjoy your journey into motherhood.
I also support neurodivergent women who may be finding the transition to motherhood and adjustment to the postpartum period particularly overwhelming or challenging.
If you’re feeling worried, anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated, or like you’re just missing something, please know this is very common and you are not alone. Your feelings are valid. I will help you to explore the guilt and be kind to yourself, so you can create a beautiful connection with your little one and enjoy your journey into motherhood.
0415 109 973 View 0415 109 973
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Rivkah Pincus
Counsellor, PACFA
Caulfield North, VIC 3161
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, or the pressures of motherhood?
Hi, I’m Rivkah a registered counsellor since 2020 with 18+ years experience in education and wellbeing, I bring both professional expertise and lived experience as a mother. I offer compassionate, client-centered counselling, drawing on CBT, mindfulness, and ACT to give you practical tools and emotional support.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, or the pressures of motherhood?
Hi, I’m Rivkah a registered counsellor since 2020 with 18+ years experience in education and wellbeing, I bring both professional expertise and lived experience as a mother. I offer compassionate, client-centered counselling, drawing on CBT, mindfulness, and ACT to give you practical tools and emotional support.
(08) 6029 4337 View (08) 6029 4337
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Stacey Tuffin
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
I have over 15 years experience working with individuals affected by loss, grief and trauma following sudden life events. This has included adult and paediatric palliative care, fertility and IVF, and supporting individuals experiencing the loss of a missing person. I have extensive practical experience sitting with individuals during very difficult situations and understand the need to build a trusting relationship in session. I have been one of only a handful of counsellors to work in the missing persons sector and understand the trauma and loss experienced by families.
I have over 15 years experience working with individuals affected by loss, grief and trauma following sudden life events. This has included adult and paediatric palliative care, fertility and IVF, and supporting individuals experiencing the loss of a missing person. I have extensive practical experience sitting with individuals during very difficult situations and understand the need to build a trusting relationship in session. I have been one of only a handful of counsellors to work in the missing persons sector and understand the trauma and loss experienced by families.
(03) 9002 0440 View (03) 9002 0440
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Nina Isabella
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I have twenty years of specialist experience supporting women navigating challenges of perinatal mental health; motherhood; menopausing; endometriosis, inflammatory and chronic illness; and pelvic floor dysfunction.
• Fertility, pregnancy, birth preparation and debriefing • Matrescence and complexities of motherhood • Parenting, relationship dynamics and personal growth • Menopause as a portal to transformation • Identity, orientation, life purpose and career shifts • Chronic pain and long-term health challenges • Grief, loss and emotional distress
I have twenty years of specialist experience supporting women navigating challenges of perinatal mental health; motherhood; menopausing; endometriosis, inflammatory and chronic illness; and pelvic floor dysfunction.
• Fertility, pregnancy, birth preparation and debriefing • Matrescence and complexities of motherhood • Parenting, relationship dynamics and personal growth • Menopause as a portal to transformation • Identity, orientation, life purpose and career shifts • Chronic pain and long-term health challenges • Grief, loss and emotional distress
(03) 4422 4945 View (03) 4422 4945
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Catherine Hluchanic
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I have a special interest in supporting and empowering women with their mental health, in particular perinatal mental health support.
I primarily work with adults and have a special interest in using trauma informed therapy. My therapeutic approach is in line with Schema Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). I also commonly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with clients.
I have a special interest in supporting and empowering women with their mental health, in particular perinatal mental health support.
I primarily work with adults and have a special interest in using trauma informed therapy. My therapeutic approach is in line with Schema Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). I also commonly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with clients.
(02) 4504 0393 View (02) 4504 0393
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Happy Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
The team at Happy Minds Psychology work with individuals, couples and families during the most vulnerable times in their lives, where they might be battling infertility, perinatal depression or anxiety, parenting issues, eating disorders or experiencing trauma.
Anxiety & Depression Grief Counseling Trauma Counseling EMDR & EMDR Intensives Body Image LGBTQI+ Support Women’s Mental Health Menopause Positive Ageing for Women Positive Psychology Infertility Counseling IVF Counseling Miscarriage Support Surrogacy Counseling & Assessments Postnatal Depression & Anxiety & more
The team at Happy Minds Psychology work with individuals, couples and families during the most vulnerable times in their lives, where they might be battling infertility, perinatal depression or anxiety, parenting issues, eating disorders or experiencing trauma.
Anxiety & Depression Grief Counseling Trauma Counseling EMDR & EMDR Intensives Body Image LGBTQI+ Support Women’s Mental Health Menopause Positive Ageing for Women Positive Psychology Infertility Counseling IVF Counseling Miscarriage Support Surrogacy Counseling & Assessments Postnatal Depression & Anxiety & more
(08) 9126 9440 View (08) 9126 9440
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Rachael Flack
Social Worker, AMHSW
Seaford, VIC 3198
I have personal experience of infertility & pregnancy loss, & a solo mum of 3 ND children, I know the importance of having support through all of these stages.
I can provide Medicare rebated non-directive pregnancy support counselling, private (full-fee) counselling and coaching, in clinic/telehealth sessions, mother groups/circles/workshops, postpartum doula support, gentle/conscious parenting & sleep support, pregnancy & infant loss support, & support for parents of neurodivergent children or solo/co-parents
I have personal experience of infertility & pregnancy loss, & a solo mum of 3 ND children, I know the importance of having support through all of these stages.
I can provide Medicare rebated non-directive pregnancy support counselling, private (full-fee) counselling and coaching, in clinic/telehealth sessions, mother groups/circles/workshops, postpartum doula support, gentle/conscious parenting & sleep support, pregnancy & infant loss support, & support for parents of neurodivergent children or solo/co-parents
(03) 5909 9996 View (03) 5909 9996
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists
What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?
The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.

When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?
Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.

How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?
A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioural therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviours. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.